Cathedral of Our Lady of the Pillar, Barinas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Cathedral of Our Lady of the Pillar |
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| Catedral de Nuestra Señora del Pilar | |
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| Location | Barinas |
| Country |  Venezuela |
| Denomination | Roman Catholic Church |
The Cathedral of Our Lady of the Pillar (also known as Catedral de Nuestra Señora del Pilar in Spanish) is a beautiful and important church. It's located in the city of Barinas, which is the capital of Barinas State in Venezuela. You can find it right in front of Bolivar Square on Briceño Mendez Avenue.
This cathedral is a special place for people who follow the Catholic faith. It's the main church for the Diocese of Barinas. A "diocese" is like a church district, and this one was created a long time ago, on July 23, 1965. It was officially established by Pope Paul VI, who was the leader of the Catholic Church at that time. The current leader of this diocese is Bishop Jesús Alfonso Guerrero Contreras. The cathedral is named after the Virgin Mary, a very important figure in the Catholic Church.
History of the Cathedral
Building a Landmark
This impressive building dates back to the time when Spain ruled many parts of the world, known as the Spanish colonial era. The construction of the cathedral began around 1770 and was finished by 1780. That means it's over 240 years old!
A Place of Importance
Today, the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Pillar is not just a place of worship. It's also a major tourist attraction in Barinas. Its long history and beautiful architecture make it a very important historical monument for Venezuela.
See also
In Spanish: Catedral de Nuestra Señora del Pilar (Barinas) para niños
